The Trombone Shorty Foundation trains New Orleans' future music leaders by offering lessons in careers across the business.

Dr. Harris began his professional musical career as a trombonist playing ... While working on his degree, Harris maintained an active schedule as a freelance trombonist, private trombone/euphonium ...

The annual event serves as a fundraiser for the foundation, started by New Orleans native Shorty, that provides a free after-school program for kids aged 12-18 (Trombone Shorty Academy); a music ...